Volume 20 | February 2024
Richmond Family & Friend Caregiver Hub
列治文家庭及朋友照顧者資源中心
190 - 7000 Minoru Blvd. Richmond, BC V6Y 3Z5
Phone: 604-279-7099 Email: caregivernavigator@rcrg.org  Website: rcrg.org/caregivers
"Together We Care" 2024.2 Newsletter
Healthy Cooking Class - A Flavorful Journey to Heathy Living
Greetings and Prosperous Wishes for the Lunar New Year of the Dragon!

Welcome to the festive spirit of the Lunar New Year of the Dragon! As we embrace the joy and prosperity this auspicious season brings, we invite you to partake in an array of exciting activities tailored just for you. Unleash your creativity with our DIY Carrot Refrigerator Magnet and Bunny Baskets workshops, or express yourself through the brushstrokes of inspiration in our Introduction to Watercolor and Acrylic Flower Painting classes. Nourish your body and mind with our Healthy Cooking session and Nutrition Tour, where we explore supermarkets to decode food labels and personalize nutrition. Elevate your caregiving journey with our enlightening seminar, "Practical Tips for Safe and Dignified Care." Here's to a year filled with creativity, well-being, and shared moments of growth.

Wishing you a fantastic Lunar New Year celebration!
Chinese Version 月刊中文版
Caregiver Hub Updates
Young caregivers play an important role in their families everyday, and it is our mission to see young caregivers and their families recognized, supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Family Caregivers of BC is very proud to offer the virtual Powerhouse™ program that supports young caregivers. If you think you may be a young caregiver, or may know one, we want to hear from you! The program is led by a trained facilitator and will explore themes related to the experience of being a young caregiver.

Date and Time: February 20, 2024 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm PT | 4-week duration (Every Tuesday)

Location: All sessions are online via Zoom

To register, or learn more about this program, please email: youngcaregiverprogram@gmail.com

February/March Activities
Notes and updates:


*Please call 604-279-7099, email caregivernavigator@rcrg.org or fill in an online form.
Activities Highlights
Magical Bunny Moments: Create Your Own Easter Bunny Basket Workshop (English/Cantonese)
on Mar 19 at 11:00pm

Hop into the spirit of Easter with our enchanting 'DIY Easter Bunny Basket Workshop'! Embark on a creative adventure as we guide you in crafting your very own adorable bunny-themed baskets. Perfect for all ages, this workshop promises a delightful blend of fun and festivity, allowing you to add a personalized touch to your Easter celebrations. Join us in creating memories, laughter, and, of course, charming bunny baskets that will make your Easter egg hunts extra special. Let your creativity blossom and bring the magic of Easter to life with this hands-on, joy-filled workshop!
Decode, Choose, Thrive: Your Interactive Nutrition Tour Begins (English) on Mar 28 at 1:30pm and (Mandarin)at 2:30pm

Embark on a transformative Nutrition Tour with us at a local supermarket! Guided by registered dietitians, this interactive experience invites caregivers to skillfully navigate food labels, make healthier choices, and address unique dietary needs. Join us for a hands-on journey toward informed and wholesome nutrition.
Joyful Harvest: Carrot Magnet Crafting Fun (Mandarin) on Mar 12 at 2:00pm
Get ready for a whimsical culinary adventure with our 'Carrot Refrigerator Magnet Workshop'! Join us for a delightful session of creativity and fun as we guide you through crafting adorable carrot-shaped magnets for your refrigerator. This workshop offering a unique opportunity to add a touch of charm to your kitchen while enjoying a playful and engaging crafting experience. Spice up your fridge with these cute and functional magnets – a carrot-themed masterpiece awaits!
Caregivers' Sharing
In today’s episode, we hear from Rachel, who not only witnessed at a young age her mother be a caregiver, but then found herself caring for her Mother in her adult life. Rachel is part of the ‘sandwich generation’, currently raising and nurturing her own child and family, maintaining a full-time job and caregiving for her mother in Ontario. Rachel is an employed caregiver. When we use the term ‘employed caregiver’ we do not mean someone with a formal job as a paid caregiver, but rather someone that manages paid employment and at the same time is responsible for caregiving for a family or friend.

Tune in to hear her inspiring story to learn how she manages work and at the same time is responsible for caregiving for her mother.

Would you like to share your stories or tips? You cannot imagine how much you could inspire or help another in the community! You are welcome to call us at 604-279-7099, or email caregivernavigator@rcrg.org.
Materials of Recent Workshops
by Florence Chan
by Flora Chen


by Shirley Yang

Find more caregiving materials and resources shared on our website.
Community Resources

Protect your family with tips for handling, storing, cooking, barbecuing and reheating food. Also find facts on pesticides and food safety, labels and packaging, and allergies.

This monthly e-newsletter is issued for our caregivers as an update of the Hub's services and community resources, as well as to share caregiving experience and insights, all for the purpose of supporting caregivers in their journey of healthy living and caregiving.

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